Analyst, Demand Planning

Job Description :

Analyst - Demand Planning, Saks OFF Fifth

Role Summary :

The Demand Planning Analyst is responsible for developing and maintaining accurate demand forecasts that drive business planning and ensure product availability. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and cross-functional collaboration to align demand plans with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Reporting & Analysis : Create accurate and timely reports for the assigned business area.
• Forecasting & Replenishment : Collaborate with Planners and Buyers to manage replenishment inventory through accurate forecasting, ensuring in-stock goals are met.
• Inventory Management : Apply concepts such as stock-store minimums / presentation minimums, maximums, safety-stock, review time, lead time, and store-to-store transfers to optimize inventory.
• Stock Balancing : Maintain in-stock goals through effective product distribution; analyze sales history and trends to maximize sales potential with allocation strategies that maintain proper store inventory levels.
• Business Performance Monitoring : Analyze and summarize category performance, monitoring sales, inventory, margin, and other factors impacting in-stocks and profitability.
• Operational Ownership : Take end-to-end ownership of assigned categories,
• including business and operational metrics.
• Execute Strategies : Execute strategies to drive supply chain initiates to support alternative forms of fulfillment
• Communication : Ensure timely and proactive communication with key stakeholders

Requirements :

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.